Venkman's
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Chef Nick Melvin’s long-awaited Old Fourth Ward restaurant/music venue, Venkman's, opened its doors in September 2015. The eatery is a casual neighborhood spot that boasts live music seven nights a week. Expect dishes such as celery salad with Parmesan, smoked almonds, and burnt lemon vinaigrette; pastrami-wurst with ballpark mustard and Brussels kraut on a pretzel roll; honey-roasted chicken with bread crumbs and vinaigrette; and cornbread sundaes with crème fraîche gelato, preserved peaches, and pralines for dessert.
The Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra
Thursday October 17, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
New on the scene in Atlanta, the Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra is the hottest sound in Latin Jazz in the Southeast. Featuring music from the legends – Tito Puente, Dizzy Gillespie, and Perez Prado – and the latest in Latin Jazz Big Band – Michael Philip Mossman, Michel Camilo, and more, the ALJO will...
Cost: $5
Saved by the Band plays Green Day’s “Dookie.”
Friday October 18, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Time travel back to the mid-90s as Saved By The Band performs Green Day’s seminal pop-punk classic ‘Dookie’! Come hear everything from ‘Basket Case’ to ‘When I Come Around’ and all 14 tracks. In addition, Saved By The Band will be playing a ton of alternative rock favorites! More pop-punk, a bit of ...
Cost: $10-$25
No Diggity
Saturday October 19, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
ATL’s Premire 90’s RnB and Hip Hop and Pop Tribute.
PLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example, you CANNOT reserve a table at 7:00 pm and keep it for a 9:00 pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase a ta...
Cost: $12-$20
The Family Sing-Along Show with Pete and Alyssa
Thursday October 24, 2019 06:00 pm EDT
Bring the whole family out for an acoustic set that’s cool with the parents, and cool with the kids. From Whitney to Moana, and The Beatles to Trolls, come sing along!
Cost: Free
Girls Just Wanna Dance with Somebody (Ladies of the 80s/80s)
Thursday October 24, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Join Pete (Yacht Rock Revue) and Alyssa Olson for a super fun adult-friendly sing-along!
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE)
Cost: Free
Latrese Bush
Friday October 25, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Come experience a night of great music with soul, R&B, jazz, and gospel vocal stylist, Latrese Bush as she takes you on a musical adventure you won’t soon forget! Latrese is a Billboard charting artist who has graced the stage with world renown icons Gloria Gaynor, Roy Ayers, and Justin Bieb...
Cost: $20-$30
Neon Queen: Alternative ABBA Experience
Saturday October 26, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Imagine a retro future full of bright lights, 80s synth beats, modern pop mashups, soaring female fronted vocals and the incredible songs of ABBA. The Neon Queen will take you there!
Our high-energy shows invite the audience to dance and sing along to some of the greatest pop songs of all time rei...
Cost: $12-$22
Dr. Peter Venkman’s Spook Central: A Ghostbusters Halloween Dance Party
Thursday October 31, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
This Halloween, who ya gonna call for a good time? NonsenseATL! Where ya gonna dance? Venkman’s!
NonsenseATL (creators of Heyday, Atlanta Disco Society, Nonsense at The Basement, etc.) are thrilled to bring their special brand of dance party ridiculousness to one of their favorite spots for the fi...
Cost: $10
Lobsters of Rock, Cherry Bomb, Lesibu Grand
Friday November 1, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
The Lobsters of Rock are a tribute to the legendary B-52’s! The group is based in Atlanta, GA, and consists of all seasoned musicians with years of performance experience. The Lobsters of Rock perform all of the best B-52’s classics with a strong emphasis on re-creating the high musical and visual q...
Cost: $12-$15
Tribute to Hugh Masekela & Fela Kuti by Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective
Saturday November 2, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Join Mausiki and the Collective as they honor legendary South African trumpeter and anti-apartheid activist Hugh Masekela. They will also pay homage to Nigerian multi-instrumentalist and father of Afrobeat, Fela Kuti.
Get your Dancin’ Shoes!
Come Through, Feel the Funk!!
Cost: $15-$25
Timeless ATL
Thursday November 7, 2019 08:00 pm EST
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
Cost: $12-$20
Captain Crimmins
Saturday November 9, 2019 06:00 pm EST
Captain Crimmins is the banjo playing, guitar strumming Captain of the Story Boat, a dilapidated old steam boat on a long journey down Tall Tale River. Captain is driven by his love for great stories and great songs of which he finds plenty while floating down stream! Captain Crimmins loves to share...
Cost: $10-$15
Rock, Funk, and Sole Dance Party w/ Kayte Burgess and Friends
Saturday November 9, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Kayte Burgess will be joined by some of the best musicians and vocalists in Atlanta including bassist Tres Gilbert (New Edition), drummer ‘Lil John Roberts (Janet Jackson), guitarist Tomi Martin (OutKast), and Indie keyboardist/vocalist Byron Henry Rose. The will be playing Classic hits ranging from...
Cost: $10-$20
These Crowded Streets play Dave Matthews Band
Thursday November 14, 2019 08:00 pm EST
Atlanta’s home-grown Dave Matthews Band Tribute These Crowded Streets will perform your favorite DMB hits. These Crowded Streets will play songs from the iconic albums Under The Table and Dreaming, Crash, and Before These Crowded Streets. Authentically recreated with Saxophone, Fiddle, and Acoustic ...
Cost: Free
04W Boogie Band
Friday November 15, 2019 09:30 pm EST
04W Boogie Band presents a night of dance hits of the 70s and 80s! Come get on down and get up with us!
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Purchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table.
Additional reservations are not required if a table, booth or banquette have been purchas...
Cost: $12-$25
Gurufish, Three5Human
Saturday November 16, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Sexy, funky-as-hell, pop music” is what critics are saying about
Gurufish (Ear Magazine). Electrifying audiences everywhere
with their own provocative blend of pop, funk and soul, Atlanta’s Gurufish is best known for their high-octane live show fueled by irresistible melodies wrapped around hypnotic...
Cost: $15-$30
Beatles with Nick and Tim
Sunday November 17, 2019 07:00 pm EST
Join us for a special Sunday acoustic set of Beatles favorites with Nick (from Yacht Rock Revue) and Tim!. For a portion of the show, Nick and Tim will be taking requests via crayon drawings (crayons and index cards provided) so bring your inner 3rd-grade artist to help curate the show! A fun night ...
Cost: $10-$15
The Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra
Thursday November 21, 2019 08:00 pm EST
New on the scene in Atlanta, the Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra is the hottest sound in Latin Jazz in the Southeast. Featuring music from the legends - Tito Puente, Dizzy Gillespie, and Perez Prado - and the latest in Latin Jazz Big Band - Michael Philip Mossman, Michel Camilo, and more, the ALJO will...
Cost: $5
Brandon Williams
Saturday November 23, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Brandon Williams is a musician, composer, and producer carrying the tradition of independent soul music and the adult contemporary format. Williams began exploring a career in music at the age of 12 when he formed a mentoring relationship with the Grammy-Award winning super producer Michael J. Powel...
Cost: $20-$35
The Dirty Doors
Friday November 29, 2019 09:30 pm EST
The Dirty Doors – the ultimate celebration of the music of The Doors – set the night on fire with the energy, excitement, and passion of the timeless music of Jim Morrison and The Doors like no other tribute band.Based in Atlanta, The Dirty Doors faithfully recreate the magic of a Doors concert in s...
Cost: $12-$25
The Dirty Doors: a Tribute to The Doors
Friday November 29, 2019 10:00 pm EST
A Tribute to The Doors. Special Black Friday performance!
Cost: $12 - $25
The REMakes
Saturday November 30, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Atlanta R.E.M. tribute band the REMakes knows that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. That’s the reason their covers of songs from R.E.M.’s early catalog (ranging from Chronic Town to Monster) are authentic and true to the original recordings. Playing the band’s biggest hits as well as dee...
Cost: $20-$40
Timeless ATL
Thursday December 5, 2019 08:00 pm EST
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
Cost: $12-$20
Blair Crimmins and the Hookers
Friday December 20, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Blair Crimmins began his current music career in Atlanta, Georgia, with a determination to bring Ragtime and 1920’s style Dixieland Jazz to new audiences. While playing small rock clubs around the Southeast he developed a sound that is at once modern while being deeply rooted in the past. He has tou...
Cost: $15-$30
New Year's Eve with Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics
Tuesday December 31, 2019 09:30 pm EST
Deep, raw funk. Stax-style Southern soul. Uplifting Motown-channeling anthems. Atlanta’s Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics are the heirs to the thrones of the old-school masters. But they’re much more than just a group of revivalists trying to create a period piece. Powerhouse singer Velle and her band...
Cost: $40-$70
Party on the Moon
Friday October 11, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Nationally recognized as America’s #1 Party Band, Party on the Moon® has performed over 1,000 shows worldwide for the likes of President Obama, Jesse Jackson and Ted Turner, oil sheiks, NFL Quarterbacks, global company CEOs, discerning brides and national and local philanthropists. And now Venkman’s...
Cost: $10
Clashinista, Smithsonian
Saturday October 5, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
1979 — the musical landscape continued to move at a rapid pace since punk’s origins just a few years earlier. Post punk and new wave now dominated the aural fabric of underground music.In Atlanta the leading venue for that underground music, at that time, was the Agora Ballroom (located in the grand...
Cost: $15-$30
Flannel Nation, You Oughta Know
Friday October 4, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
It’s ROCK-TOBER and the chicks are taking over!
Join us on October 4th for a night of all things chick rock! 2 female fronted bands, Flannel Nation and You Oughta Know, join forces to bring you a full evening of your favorite 90s tunes! You’re not going to want to miss this one. So gather your fri...
Cost: $12-$20
Timeless ATL at Venkman’s
Thursday October 3, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Hosted by Majeste and curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Please note: Communal seatin...
Cost: $12-$20
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday October 2, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday October 1, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Sunday September 29, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
A Night of Joni Mitchell with the Laura Coyle & Trey Wright Quintet
Celebrate the music of Joni Mitchell with the Laura Coyle and Trey Wright Quintet performing Joni’s hits “Woodstock”, “Big Yellow Taxi”, and “Carey” along with selections from her classic 1970’s albums Blue, Hejira, and The Hissin...
Cost: $12-$25
The REMakes – A Tribute to R.E.M.
Saturday September 28, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Atlanta R.E.M. tribute band the REMakes knows that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. That’s the reason their covers of songs from R.E.M.’s early catalog (ranging from Chronic Town to Monster) are authentic and true to the original recordings. Playing the band’s biggest hits as well as dee...
Cost: $20-$40
Sailing To Denver
Saturday September 28, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Sailing to Denver is a unique Americana/Roots-Rock band from Atlanta Georgia that have been recording since 2011. This group of harmonious friends have spent the last few years fostering a sound and live show at local and regional festivals and are known to feature amazing local musicians from all o...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Princess Brunch: Shrek
Saturday September 28, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Join us for a brunch event fit for an ogre! Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek (Mike Myers) whose precious solitude is suddenly shattered by an invasion of annoying fairy tale characters. They were all banished from their kingdom by the evil Lord Farquaad (John Li...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Shooter Jennings
Friday September 27, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Shooter Jennings is returning to Venkman’s on September 27th! Tickets were SOLD OUT last time, so be sure not to sleep on it and get yours now!
For nearly two decades, headliner Shooter Jennings has defied expectation while constantly expanding the parameters of country, rock ‘n’ roll, and beyond....
Cost: $25-$50
Girls Just Wanna Dance with Somebody
Thursday September 26, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162.
Cost: Free
Alyssa Olson & Peter Olson
Thursday September 26, 2019 06:00 pm EDT
Bring the whole family out for an acoustic set that’s cool with the parents, and cool with the kids. From Whitney to Moana, and The Beatles to Trolls, come sing along!
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for...
Cost: Free
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday September 25, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday September 24, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
3rd Annual Chris Cornell Memorial Show and Benefit for Nuci’s Space
Sunday September 22, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Please join us on Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 for a night full of music, love and remembrance! If you have attended in the past, you know that typically the whole night has been strictly music written and performed by Chris Cornell. This year, the format is changing a bit. In celebration of the 20t...
Cost: $10-$20
Coley High Trio
Sunday September 22, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
The Coley High Trio features Jim Coley on upright bass and vocals, Slappy on guitar and vocals, and Tony James on percussion. Coley High Trio features a rotating cast of guest musicians as well. They are versatile and veteran musicians, comprised of members of local Atlanta funk/soul favorites Entro...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Lady & the Champ
Saturday September 21, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Lady and the Champ is an acoustic cover duo based in Atlanta, Georgia. Featuring female lead vocalist Renee’ Robinson, backed by lead guitarist Jose Rosales. Both members are local Georgia natives with diverse musical backgrounds. Renee’ has performed in several international groups in Australia, Ch...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Princess Brunch: Coco
Saturday September 21, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, young Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead.
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Friday Jr.
Friday September 20, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
A lovely blend of vocals, piano, viola and heart, this unique cover band formed to participate in Drew Parents Got Talent, a school PTA fundraiser at Eddie’s Attic last May. Kai, Darlene and Jenny were so well-received they have performed at several more events since then, including 3 more times at ...
Cost: $12
The Landing Party! Acoustic Yacht Rock with members of Yacht Rock Schooner
Thursday September 19, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
The smoothest hits from the 70’s and 80’s without those pesky drums! Hits from the Bee Gees, America, Marvin Gaye, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald and more!! Featuring Ganesh Giri Jaya, Douglas Busbee and Matt Reed.
This is a FREE event. FREE events do not require tickets but dinner reservations ar...
Cost: Free
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday September 18, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday September 17, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Matthew Kaminski Trio
Sunday September 15, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Born in Chicago, IL, Matthew Kaminski has been playing the Hammond Organ since he was five years old. Studying under Chicago jazz pianist Gordon James in his teens, Matthew was accepted into the University of Arizona’s jazz studies department as a jazz pianist. There, he studied jazz with Dr. Jeffre...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Yacht Rock Schooner
Saturday September 14, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
The Yacht Rock Schooner throws the smoothest dance party on the high seas, taking you and your guests on a journey to a time when good-times music had heart and musical integrity.
The 8-man Schooner specializes in the smooth sounds of the late ’70s and early ’80s. It’s a party that spans generatio...
Cost: $15-$22
Wilco Acoustic Tribute w/ The Coonhounds
Saturday September 14, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Join us at the V for an acoustic tribute to Wilco, performed by The Coonhounds. It'll be a night of rockin' alternative tunes.
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Battlefield Collective
Saturday September 14, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Battlefield Collective is the combined musical talents and efforts of Stephanie Caron and Evan Hart. A unique blend of bluegrass, Americana, roots, and rockabilly give the group an unmistakable and unique sound that is as full of energy as it is passion.
Touring the southeast, Battlefield Collecti...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Puppet Brunch! The Pied Picker
Saturday September 14, 2019 11:00 am EDT
With his banjo and a song in tote, Picker Pete sets off seeking fame and fortune in the big city of Hamlin. Along his travels, he encounters some familiar fairy tale characters who are also on journeys of their own, including Henny Penny and a hard-working ant. When Pete finally arrives in Hamlin, h...
Cost: $7
Nakd, The Madame Vega
Thursday September 12, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Presented by Soundboard, don’t miss a night to remember with local party band powerhouses, NAKD and The Madame Vega. NAKD is a high-energy Atlanta, GA based duo with a amusical blend best described as “soulful street pop.” Also hailing from Atlanta, The Madame Vega are party experts with the hits we...
Cost: $10
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday September 11, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday September 10, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Improv Night: Steve's Super Group w/ Very Special Guests
Monday September 9, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Join us for a night of Energetic Improvised Comedy with Steve’s Super Group, Til Death, Too Many Cooks, The Tipsy Zone.
Please note our Kitchen will be closed this evening, but make sure to come thirsty! Tickets are required for all guests.
Cost: $10
The Ladies of 60s Soul
Sunday September 8, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Join Mother/Daughter duo Keisha and Kourtney Jackson and relive the golden era of soul music! Tina Turner, Gladys Knight, the Supremes, The Staple Singers, the Ronettes, Martha Reeves, Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick and more! Keisha has toured with OutKast, Erykah Badu, and Big Boi; Kourtney carr...
Cost: $5
Shakta Jazz Trio
Sunday September 8, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Come jam to the hottest jazz tunes over drinks!
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Michael Magno
Saturday September 7, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Join us for the smoothest bottomless mimosa brunch ever Michael Magno. Come brunch and sing along with the smoothest mixtape hits of the 70s and 80s. The perfect pairing with bottomless mimosas.
Cost: Free
Princess Brunch: Beauty and the Beast
Saturday September 7, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Dust off the crown and jewels and join us at the V for a party featuring one of the “coolest” animated hits of all-time. This musical experience invites audiences of all ages to sit back, “Let it Go,” and cheer along with this screening of Disney’s beloved, FROZEN. Free with RSVP. Advance reservatio...
Cost: Free w/ reservvation
A Tribute: Bowie vs. Gabriel
Friday September 6, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
A tribute to two of the most creative, dynamic, and powerful artists to ever grace the rock and roll stage. Two of Atlanta’s best tribute bands, Jerome Newton and the Band Who Fell to Earth, and The Sledgehammers will treat you to an evening of music by David Bowie and Peter Gabriel. How much awesom...
Cost: $15-$30
These Crowded Streets: Dave Matthews Acoustic
Friday September 6, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Dustin Cottrell and Cameron Allen perform as a duo and with 5 piece band, specializing in Dave Matthews as well as other great bands from the 90’s.
Cost: Free
Timelesss ATL
Thursday September 5, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Hosted by Majeste and curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
Cost: $12-$20
Timeless ATL
Thursday September 5, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Atlanta’s Premier Curated Open-Mic Experience. Hosted by Majeste and curated by Atlanta’s own Brandon Thomas, guitarist for Leon Bridges. A night of live performances from Atlanta’s best-rising artists backed by an incredible house band.
Cost: $12-$20
Taco Wednesday
Wednesday September 4, 2019 05:30 pm EDT
They’re backkkk! That’s right, Venkman's is bringing back its weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week there'll be something new and exciting for your tastebuds. See youy at the V!
Cost: $9
Joe Gransden's Jazz Jam
Tuesday September 3, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Cost: Free W/ reservation
Trio Deluxe
Sunday September 1, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
TRIO DELUXE – smoky American Songbook standards and hot virtuosity from some of the best Athens/Atlanta musicians around: Andrea DeMarcus (Cicada Rhythm), Dan Coy (Bonaventure Quartet), and John Norris (lots of Athens bands).
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Saved By The Band plays "Jagged Little Pill"
Saturday August 31, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Relive the angst-ridden ’90s with Saved By The Band as they perform Alanis Morrissette’s iconic – and, yes, ironic – Jagged Little Pill. From “You Oughta Know” to “Head Over Feet”, Alanis shall be honored and you are expected to sing along. The second set will be nothing but Lady Jams – all hits fro...
Cost: $12-$25
TCS Plays Ben Folds Five
Saturday August 31, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sam, Rashad, and Dustin of These Crowded Streets plays the music of Ben Folds Five
Cost: Free
Michael Magno
Saturday August 31, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Come brunch and sing along with the smoothest mixtape hits of the '70s and '80s performed by Michael Magno. The perfect pairing with bottomless mimosas.
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
90’s R&B Soul Men Tribute starring Tony Tatum
Friday August 30, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
In the 90’s R&B was still the music that dominated Urban radio, but who were the greatest males singers and groups of that era? From Neo-Soul to New Jack Swing to Hip Hop/Soul fusion, R&B of the 90’s was the last decade to reinvent boy bands, to spotlight male crooners, and to give r...
Cost: $15-$32
Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra
Thursday August 29, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
New on the scene in Atlanta, the Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra is the hottest sound in Latin Jazz in the Southeast. Featuring music from the legends – Tito Puente, Dizzy Gillespie, and Perez Prado – and the latest in Latin Jazz Big Band – Michael Philip Mossman, Michel Camilo, and more, the ALJO will...
Cost: $5
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday August 28, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Taco Wednesday
Wednesday August 28, 2019 05:30 pm EDT
They’re backkkk! That’s right, Venkman's is bringing back its weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week there'll be something new and exciting for your tastebuds. See you at the V!
Cost: $9
Joe Gransden's Jazz Jam
Tuesday August 27, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Trashy Divorces & Southern Fried True Crime
Sunday August 25, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Join breakout indie podcasters, Erica Kelley of Southern Fried True Crime and Alicia and Stacie from Atlanta’s own Trashy Divorces, together for a special live event! Enjoy a night of local true crime stories and surprisingly funny tales of love gone wrong. Erica’s smooth voice and sassy storytellin...
Cost: $25-$75
Matthew Kaminski Trio
Sunday August 25, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Featuring Ben Bailey on drums and Dave Frackenpohl on guitar. Born in Chicago, IL, Matthew Kaminski has been playing the Hammond Organ since he was five years old. Studying under Chicago jazz pianist Gordon James in his teens, Matthew was accepted into the University of Arizona’s jazz studies depart...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Princess Brunch: The Little Mermaid
Saturday August 24, 2019 10:30 pm EDT
Come join us under the sea as we brunch along to “The Little Mermaid”. Join Ariel and pals on a journey to true love and discovery. This one is full of so many hits, we invite you to sing-along! Free with RSVP. Bottomless mimosas (for the adult kids) available for purchase!
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
ATL Collective: Anita Baker's Rapture
Saturday August 24, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Venkman’s proudly welcomes back ATL Collective on SAT 8/24 for their presentation of Anita Baker’s breakthrough, 1986 sophomore release, Rapture, + few other handpicked Baker essentials. This is the album that begins with her GRAMMY-winning single, “Sweet Love,” and the hits don’t quit there. Join u...
Cost: $25-$40
Matt Wauchope, Terrence Prather
Saturday August 24, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Matt Wauchope is a musician who has lived in Atlanta for the last 18 years. He studied music at Florida State before graduating from UGA. After college, he toured and recorded with Sean Costello, traveling through 48 states, Western Europe, and Scandanavia. Matt teaches piano and plays with numerou...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Shakta Jazz Trio
Thursday August 22, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Join us for a special “sing-along” evening with Jazz renditions of your favorite songs! 1/2 price bottles of wine will be flowing during this special engagement with Shakta Jazz Trio.
Cost: Free w/ reservation
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday August 21, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Taco Wednesday
Wednesday August 21, 2019 05:30 pm EDT
They’re backkkk! That’s right, Venkman's is bringing back its weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week there'll be something new and exciting for your tastebuds. See you at the V!
Cost: $9
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday August 20, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!Venkman’s features half-price bottles of wine o...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Battlefield Collective
Saturday August 17, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Touring the southeast, Battlefield Collective performs original material as well as their own arrangements of cover songs selected from top hits from the past sixty years. Energy and creativity set Battlefield Collective apart from the other bands, as well as their ability to be flexible and versati...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Princess Brunch: Frozen
Saturday August 17, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Dust off the crown and jewels and join the V for a party featuring one of the “coolest” animated hits of all-time. This musical experience invites audiences of all ages to sit back, “Let it Go,” and cheer along with this screening of Disney’s beloved, Frozen. Free with RSVP. Advance reservations are...
Cost: Free w/ RSVP
Mustache the Band
Friday August 16, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Mustache The Band is the 90’s Country Party Band that will “grow on you.” Mustache delivers a powerful performance of all the country hits from the 1990’s. With over 140 songs under their buckles, you are guaranteed to have a non-stop party on your hands. Mustache The Band will take you on a journey...
Cost: $20-$30
The Foothill Brothers: Tribute to Jerry Garcia and David Grisman
Friday August 16, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Join The Foothill Brothers for two sets from the musical catalogue from Jerry Garcia and David Grisman.
The Foothill Brothers are an eclectic, genre-bending, acoustic act from Atlanta, Ga. They use mandolin and guitar to mold different genres into a sonic delight. Rooted in Americana, Bluegrass, ...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Time Warp Orchestra
Friday August 16, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Time Warp Orchestra is an evolving collective of Atlanta musicians that puts a spin on modern music. Join them at Venkman's as they perform jazz renditions of pop hits.
Cost: Free w/ reservation
The Landing Party! Acoustic Yacht Rock with members of Yacht Rock Schooner Event Navigation
Thursday August 15, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
The smoothest hits from the 70’s and 80’s without those pesky drums! Hits from the Bee Gees, America, Marvin Gaye, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald and more!! Featuring Ganesh Giri Jaya, Douglas Busbee and Matt Reed.
This is a FREE event. FREE events do not require tickets but dinner reservations ar...
Cost: Free
Yacht Rock Schooner
Thursday August 15, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
The smoothest hits from the 70’s and 80’s without those pesky drums! Hits from the Bee Gees, America, Marvin Gaye, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald and more!! Featuring Ganesh Giri Jaya, Douglas Busbee and Matt Reed.
Cost: Free w/ reservation
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday August 14, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Taco Wednesday
Wednesday August 14, 2019 05:30 pm EDT
Venkman's is bringing back a weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week there'll be something new and exciting for your tastebuds. See you at the V!
Cost: $9
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jams
Tuesday August 13, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free!
Venkman’s features half-price bottles of win...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Mausiki Scales & The Common Ground Collective
Saturday August 10, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
A magnificent fusion of Afro-Beat, Soul, Hip-Hop, and Funk-Jazz, fused into the best party you’ll ever have. Mausiki Scales has been a force in the Atlanta indie music scene for almost two decades as a sought after keyboardist and founder/musical director of the critically acclaimed ensemble, the Co...
Cost: $15-$25
The Heritage
Saturday August 10, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
ising from the back yards of Okaloosa County, Florida, Heritage delivers an energetic and positive show that will move all ages and genres! The band broke into the pop/reggae scene in 2009 with their debut album, Natural High. The album earned regional success and allowed the band to spread their me...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Sailing to Denver
Saturday August 10, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Sailing to Denver is a unique Americana/Roots-Rock band from Atlanta Georgia that have been recording since 2011. This group of harmonious friends have spent the last few years fostering a sound and live show at local and regional festivals and are known to feature amazing local musicians from all o...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Princess Brunch: Finding Nemo
Saturday August 10, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Just Keep Swimming! Join Venkman's for a special brunch screening of “Finding Nemo” as part of V’s family Summer Series. Bottomless mimosas available for the big kids! Brunch reservations available at Venkmans.com (RESERVE)
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Stone Tribute Pilots, Sucker Punch
Friday August 9, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Come see Stone Tribute Pilots, Atlanta’s best and most authentic Stone Temple Pilots tribute band, at Venkman’s on Friday, August 9th! Continuing their ‘Purple 25th anniversary’ tour, they will be playing a lot of the hits off of the “Purple” album as well as many others! Sucker Punch will be openin...
Cost: $10-$20
Lydia Simonds
Friday August 9, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Lydia Simonds is a Singer-Songwriter from McDonough, GA. Her style is influenced by the folksy roots of country music and the soul of gospel music. Lydia plays all around Atlanta. Some of her highlights have been playing originals at “The Bluebird Cafe” in Nashville and releasing her EP “The Wildern...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Chip McGuire Band, Sam Carter
Thursday August 8, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
This five piece band out of Woodstock, Georgia has created their own unique style fusing together elements of bluegrass, country, Americana, rock and folk, known as “Nu-grass”. Chip and the band continue to write new music and blend every ones personal style of playing into something that translates...
Cost: $10-$25
Chip McGuire Band & Sam Carter
Thursday August 8, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
This five piece band out of Woodstock, Georgia has created their own unique style fusing together elements of bluegrass, country, Americana, rock and folk, known as "Nu-grass". Chip and the band continue to write new music and blend every ones personal style of playing into something that translates...
Cost: $10
(Not Annoying) Trivia
Wednesday August 7, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions, group camaraderie, great music, food and drink specials, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector,...
Cost: Free w/ Reservation
Taco Wednesday
Wednesday August 7, 2019 05:30 pm EDT
Venkman's is bringing back its weekly taco special. EVERY WEDNESDAY from 5:30-8pm, come by and get a plate of 3 tacos for just $9!! Each week there'll be something new and exciting for your tastebuds.
Cost: $9
Joe Grandsen's Jazz Jam
Tuesday August 6, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Venkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free! Venkman’s features half-price bottles of wine ...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Harvest Moon: The Music of Neil Young
Sunday August 4, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Harvest Moon was formed to pay tribute to the legendary career of Neil Young. Drawing on his time with Buffalo Springfield, Neil’s extensive solo career, CSN&Y and the electrifying albums with Crazy Horse, there is a lifetime of music to explore. Comprised of seasoned veterans of the Atlanta...
Cost: $12-$22
Dave Potter Trio
Sunday August 4, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Dave Potter is quickly becoming known as a formidable musician. He has performed with many well-known jazz artists and recorded 3 albums with Jason Marsalis. Following his graduation from Florida State University in 2005, he was chosen from a national pool of applicants to be a member of the Louis A...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
House of Waters, Jonathon Scales Fourchestra
Saturday August 3, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
House of Waters:
Lauded as the “Jimi Hendrix of Hammered Dulcimer” by NPR, Max ZT is an innovator of the instrument. Taking his roots from Irish folk music, Max has transplanted his compositional techniques to both Senegal, where he studied the Mandinko technique with the Cissoko griot family, and...
Cost: $15-$30
Rodeo Twister
Saturday August 3, 2019 12:30 pm EDT
Rodeo Twister play original rockabilly and honky-tonk music the way God intended it: without the use of them demon drums! But don’t worry your toes won’t tap or your hips won’t shake. The slap of the upright bass and the chugga-chugga of the rhythm guitar keep the beat just as good as the crack of s...
Cost: Free w/ reservation
Princess Brunch: Little Mermaid
Saturday August 3, 2019 10:30 am EDT
Come join us under the sea as we brunch along to “The Little Mermaid”. Join Ariel and pals on a journey to true love and discovery. This one is full of so many hits, we invite you to sing-along! Free with RSVP. Bottomless mimosas (for the adult kids) available for purchase!
Cost: Free w/ RSVP
Alex Gannon, Andrew Venet
Friday August 2, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Local Atlanta guitarist Alex Gannon is joined by upright bassist Andrew Venet for an acoustic evening of Allman Brotherssongs.
The duo will be performing their acoustic rendition of selections from the jam band’s expansive album catalogue.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not availabl...
Cost: Free
The Americana Dream, Bradley Smith, Nelson Nolan Duo
Thursday August 1, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
Join us at the V, for an evening of acoustic Americana music, performed by local musicians Bradley Smith & Nelson Nolan. You can expect to hear Ryan Adams, Son Volt, Wilco & more!
Cost: $5
Forever ’78 with Greg, Bencoo & Monkeyboy from Yacht Rock Revue
Sunday July 28, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Billboard Hits of 1978 from artists like Billy Joel, Bob Seger, James Taylor, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Tyler, Meat Loaf, Kenny Rogers and more!
Cost: $5
Motown Music w/ Zay’ Marie
Saturday July 27, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Zay’Marie is a singer/songwriter with a passion for soul, pop, and R&B music based in Atlanta, GA. Zay plays guitar, writes her own music, dances, produces, and has a voice that will blow you away. For this special evening, Zay will perform her take on popular movie soundtrack songs!
Ticke...
Cost: Free
Acoustic Tribute to the Traveling Wilburys
Friday July 26, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”), or by calling 470-225-6162. Note that dinner reservations this evening will be wrapped up by 8:30 PM for o...
Cost: Free
Acoustic Yacht Rock with members of Yacht Rock Schooner
Thursday July 25, 2019 08:00 pm EDT
he smoothest hits from the 70’s and 80’s without those pesky drums! Hits from the Bee Gees, America, Marvin Gaye, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald and more!! Featuring Ganesh Giri Jaya, Douglas Busbee and Matt Reed.
This is a FREE event. FREE events do not require tickets but dinner reservations ar...
Cost: Free
Acoustic Beatles with Nick (from Yacht Rock) and Tim
Sunday July 21, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Join us for a special Sunday acoustic set of Beatles favorites with Nick (from Yacht Rock Revue) and Tim!. For a portion of the show, Nick and Tim will be taking requests via crayon drawings (crayons and index cards provided) so bring your inner 3rd-grade artist to help curate the show! A fun night ...
Cost: $5-$10
Lady & the Champ
Saturday July 20, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Lady and the Champ is an acoustic cover duo based in Atlanta, Georgia. Featuring female lead vocalist Renee’ Robinson, backed by lead guitarist Jose Rosales. Both members are local Georgia natives with diverse musical backgrounds. Renee’ has performed in several international groups in Australia, Ch...
Cost: Free
Party on the Moon
Friday July 19, 2019 09:30 pm EDT
Nationally recognized as America’s #1 Party Band, Party on the Moon® has performed over 1,000 shows worldwide for the likes of President Obama, Jesse Jackson and Ted Turner, oil sheiks, NFL Quarterbacks, global company CEOs, discerning brides and national and local philanthropists. And now Venkman’s...
Cost: $10-$25
Wilco Acoustic Tribute with The Coonhounds
Friday July 19, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Join us at the V for an acoustic tribute to Wilco, performed by The Coonhounds.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (RESERVE)
Cost: Free
Bona Marra, Justin Kerenyi
Thursday July 18, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Bonna Marra celebrates Justin Kerenyi’s solo album release and birthday bash. Bonna Marra is a group of friends and local musicians who have performed frequently across Atlanta’s music scene throughout the years. The band will be performing original songs from Justin’s debut record as well as covers...
Cost: $5
740 Ralph McGill Blvd. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30312
470-225-6162
Atlanta, GA 30312
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